Beach days & Lake Nights
Topsail Island is great for sand and surf but JCO Campground is good for a quiet nights rest. JCO Campground is just less than 1 hour to Topsail Island, Surf City, and beach towns like Swansboro. You can have your beach day and come home to a still lake, a campfire, and dark starry nights.
Why Pair the Beach with JCO?
Beach-side stops
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Quiet evenings: No parties, no loud music, no drunkenness. Just cozy campfires and relaxing. Dark night skies away from polluted city lights.
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Easy for families: space for kids and dogs, and fishing right on site. Kayak and Boat rentals available. (Included in all cabin reservations)
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Unique Floating Cabin or A-frame Cabin for date nights, RV and Tent Campsites for families, friends, and the furry ones too.
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Surf City and Topsail Beach: Plan to go to south topsail at Serenity Point for calm beach play and amazing sunsets. Make reservations for the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and take a tour. Must have reservations and seasonal availability.
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Swansboro: a waterfront town with downtown shops, antiques stores, and restaurants.
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Bring the sunset home: after the beach, fish and paddle the lake. JCO is known for some of its finest Bass Fishing.
On the way back
Check into our local tourism guide for our personal favorites. Mike's Farm, Huffman Vineyard's, Thig's BBQ House, and the Country Barn.
Beach tip: Weekday discounts for Cabin reservations at JCO Campground and RV weekly reservations. (RV's Stay 6 Nights get 7th Free)
Getting Here
We're at 211 Baysden Pond Road, Chinquapin, NC 28521. Turn left onto Fountaintown Road from Hwy 111 then the first left onto Baysden Pond Road. This is a loop road. RV's please take the 2nd left onto Baysden Pond Rd. All Guests Must have Reservations. We meet and greet all guests for check in.
What Guests Say
"My family always has a wonderful experience here! Whether we're just fishing for the day or camping for the weekend. We've camped here in all weather conditions and have always has the best time. The pond is stocked, clean, and beautiful. The campsites are spacious, well maintained and really allow you to connect with nature. I love the privacy the tent sites offer, it feels like you're in your own little slice of heaven. The owners are absolutely wonderful, so welcoming and make you feel like family. This is hands down our go to place to unwind, truly experience all the beauty of nature, and make those core memories as a family." -Samantha E.
Quick Questions & Answers
Are pets allowed? Yes, we are dog friendly. (and even had a few camping cats!) Pets must be leashed or contained within your site. Not noisy or aggressive. Cleaned up after.
Is Alcohol allowed? No open display of alcohol or drunkenness permitted. We are a family venue. All music should display respect for families and camping neighbors.
Do I need a fishing license? Yes, a North Carolina license is required. (Inland recreational)
Music Allowed? Let's not forget we are camping to enjoy nature and relax. Keep all music at a level not to bother camp neighbors. Please be aware of your music selection as we are a family venue. Quiet time enforced 10pm-6am.
Do I need a Reservation? Yes, all camping, cabin, and day fishing guests must have reservations. We meet and greet all camping and cabin guests and show you to your site.
Can I Book Direct? Absolutely! Use the link right here to check out all the available sites or cabins.
